breathing organs

noun phrase

Meaning

Biological structures used by living organisms to facilitate the exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide with their environment.

Examples

Lungs are the primary breathing organs in most terrestrial vertebrates.
Gills serve as the essential breathing organs for fish living underwater.

Synonyms: respiratory organs, lungs, gills

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breathing organs

noun phrase

Pronunciation: /ˈbriːðɪŋ ˈɔːrɡənz/

Definition

Biological structures used by living organisms to facilitate the exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide with their environment.

Examples

Lungs are the primary breathing organs in most terrestrial vertebrates.
Gills serve as the essential breathing organs for fish living underwater.

Synonyms of breathing organs

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